What to Look for in a Youth Softball Coach

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What to Look for in a Youth Softball Coach
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To illustrate the importance of solid coaching when it comes to youth softball there is a story of a softball coach who established a 93-4-2 record over five years in an 8 and under fastpitch league. Every year he lost several players due to age and had to retool the team with new players. Now, I’m not saying winning is everything, but that’s an impressive record. Keep this in mind as you decide where you want your child to play softball. Qualified youth softball coaches with leadership abilities, a positive attitude, and a desire to inspire children are worth their weight in gold.


So, how do you go about locating these types of softball coaches for your children? For starters, speak to the various softball coaches in the league you are targeting. Online softball directories can provide contact information in many cases. Of course, you’ll want to speak with other parents for their opinion on various coaches as well. Online softball directories are also a rich source of information for researching different softball leagues, equipment suppliers, and youth softball camps.

You can also find coaching resources online at free websites like weplay.com.

Is the Coach a Good Role Model

A youth softball coach should display many of the same values you want your child to develop. Values such as consistency, emotional control, honesty, and integrity are important traits of a quality softball coach. Obviously, the coach should be proficient in softball fundamentals. A young softball team will often act like their coach. If he flies off the handle during the game, so too will the team, and so too will your child. If he displays the values shown above, then the players will too.

Do They Know the Game

If the coach is a good role model and display’s the leadership qualities you desire, then the next step is to evaluate their softball abilities. You obviously want your child to improve their softball skills throughout the season. In some cases, you may find out that a softball coach isn’t the best player in the world. That’s okay as long as they have assistants who are adept at the game. Do some homework here and you’ll improve your chances of a successful season. The softball coach should know the right youth softball drills to use in practice to improve each player’s overall softball skills and athleticism.

There are many reasons for registering your child in a softball league. Choosing a team that has a quality coaching staff will help ensure that your child experiences a successful season. Online softball communities are also a good place to get more information and ask questions to experienced parents and coaches when researching a good fit for your child


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